The main purpose of preparing a Trial Balance is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The main purpose of preparing a Trial Balance is:
A. To know the financial position
B. To prepare final accounts
C. To detect frauds
D. To check the arithmetical accuracy of ledger accounts
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Trial balance ensures that total debits equal total credits, verifying posting and balancing accuracy.

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Question #1
The 'Deferred Tax' on account of timing differences is calculated using:
A. Enacted tax rates that will apply in the periods when the differences reverse
B. Minimum Alternate Tax rate
C. Current year tax rate
D. Average tax rate

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Deferred tax is measured using tax rates that have been enacted or substantively enacted by the reporting date.

Question #2
The 'Sabka Vishwas' scheme was related to:
A. GST only
B. Customs only
C. Income tax
D. Indirect tax legacy disputes

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Sabka Vishwas (Legacy Dispute Resolution) Scheme, 2019 covered service tax and excise disputes.

Question #3
The 'Price Earning' (P/E) ratio is calculated as:
A. Earnings per share / Market price per share
B. Market price per share / Earnings per share
C. Dividend / Market price
D. Market price / Book value

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
P/E ratio indicates how much investors are willing to pay per rupee of earnings.